Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Aug 2026, Jowar(Sorghum) was quoted at ₹3,720 per quintal in Alur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Jowar(Sorghum) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,720
- Lowest Price Today₹3,720
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityJowar(Sorghum) (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Jowar(Sorghum) is about 0.5% above the period average — just 0.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Jowar(Sorghum) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Alur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Visnagar APMC Leader | ₹6,552 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹6,325 |
| 4 Kalol APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Mangal Wedha APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Karmala APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Botad APMC | ₹4,565 |
| 10 Tuljapur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC | ₹4,270 |
| 12 Ulhasnagar APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,302 (54.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Jowar(Sorghum) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Jowar(Sorghum) prices at Alur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,740, with the average around ₹3,700. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,715 | ₹3,715 | ₹3,715 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,725 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 | ₹3,728 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Jowar(Sorghum), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Alur APMC logged this Jowar(Sorghum) rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.